Job Description

Contract: 12 months (potential for extension)

Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Thursday (07:15 to 15:45), Friday (07:15 to 12:15)

We are recruiting an experienced Engineering Manager to lead a team of Electrical Installation and Test Engineers within a leading engineering organization. This role plays a crucial part in ensuring compliance and operational efficiency in manufacturing and assembling specialist projects, working with both electrical and mechanical engineering drawings.

Candidates must provide 3 years' worth of employment references and be eligible to obtain basic security clearance.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and manage the Electrical Installation and Test Engineers, ensuring high-quality standards and safe working practices.

Support supervisors in coordinating workloads and addressing performance issues.

Oversee production to ensure on-time delivery in line with the master plan.

Ensure compliance with health & safety management systems and promote a positive safety culture.

Drive continuous improvement initiatives in line with lean manufacturing and 5S processes.

Manage local policies and procedures and foster a collaborative team environment.Requirements:

Extensive experience in managing manufacturing, installation, and assembly processes

Proven track record in managing a team, particularly during periods of strategic change.

Strong knowledge of electrical installation, inspection, and testing processes.

Familiarity with lean manufacturing techniques and health & safety standards in a workshop environment.

City & Guilds Electrical Apprenticeship or equivalent qualification.

City & Guilds certification in Electrical Wiring Regulations (BS 7671) and Electrical Installation Inspection & Testing.

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, and MRP systems.

Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.What We Offer:

The opportunity to work with a dynamic team on cutting-edge projects.

A positive and inclusive work environment with a focus on development and growth.

Potential for occasional travel and project-related flexibility